Bill
SD 1347
Overview: SD 1347 - An Act protecting the right to time off for votingPurpose and Intent: This bill aims to ensure that all eligible voters in Massachusetts have the ability to exe
Overview: SD 1347 - An Act protecting the right to time off for voting
Purpose and Intent: This bill aims to ensure that all eligible voters in Massachusetts have the ability to exercise their right to vote without undue burden or interference from their employers. The goal is to guarantee that workers can take time off to cast their ballots during state and federal elections.
Key Provisions:
- Requires employers to provide all employees with up to 2 hours of paid time off to vote in any state or federal election
- Prohibits employers from taking any adverse action against employees for using the voting time off benefit
- Establishes penalties and enforcement mechanisms for employers who violate the voting time off requirements
Affected Parties and Impacts:
- Employees in Massachusetts, who will have the legal right to take time off to vote without fear of retaliation or lost wages
- Employers, who will need to adjust their policies and practices to comply with the new voting time off mandate
- Election officials, who may see increased voter turnout as a result of the improved access to voting
Procedural and Timeline Considerations:
The bill has been introduced in the state legislature and is currently under review by the Joint Committee on Election Laws. If passed, the voting time off requirements would take effect 90 days after the bill's enactment and apply to all state and federal elections held thereafter.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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